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From traditional Southern meals to sugary sippin’s and late night nibbles, Savannah’s culinary scene is vast. But you don’t have to spend a fortune at restaurants in Savannah to sample some of The Hostess City of the South’s specialties. Between your scenic strolls along the Savannah River and stops in the city squares, make sure to indulge and Savor Savannah with these popular plates:
1 Fried Green Tomatoes
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This simple golden side dish peaked in popularity when the movie “Fried Green Tomatoes” came out in 1991. Though considered Southern fare for years, this dish has its own secret backstory, emerging from Jewish immigrants in the Northeast and Midwest before becoming a star of the South. Some of the first recipes found published on this traditional American tomato dish were in Jewish cookbooks, before showing up in cookbooks in the Midwest and newspapers. No matter where they’re from, we’re just glad they’re here and you can find them almost anywhere in Savannah. So, forget the fried pickles and try this crispy creation! Where? Tubby's Seafood, 45 Bistro or Belford’s.
2 Shrimp & Grits
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A staple on any Southern table, Shrimp & Grits is another hot dish you won’t want to miss. This regional specialty hails from the Lowcountry, with origins in the Native American Muskogee tribe who ground corn in a stone mill, giving it a gritty texture. It wasn’t until 1985 when Craig Claiborne of the New York Times visited North Carolina and published a recipe about them, that the Shrimp & Grits we know today gained widespread popularity. From hole-in-the-wall diners to upscale eateries all across the South, this plate is made many different ways, each pleasing palates of many different people. Where? Tubby’s Seafood. 52
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